The idea for a Festival was mooted by Shri KP Bhaskar many years back as a platform for all artistes to come together and celebrate the Arts. Although it was eventually launched only after his demise, the intention remains true. The legacy continues.

The three-day music and dance festival will run from 30 June to 2 July 2017 and will feature

A renowned performer in India, Sudeshna is currently based in Canada, and has danced in Russia, China, Taiwan, the United States, and all over Europe. She has trained under several maestros including the legendary Birju Maharaj and the ever-inspiring Kumudini Lakhia.

Please call 63366537 to register.

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http://nas.org.sg/2017/02/manjari/#respondMon, 06 Feb 2017 06:08:55 +0000http://nas.org.sg/?p=1275Manjari, a Sanskrit word meaning “a cluster of flowers”, is indeed an apt title for the event. Initiated in 2012, in line with the late Mr KP Bhaskar’s beliefs that stage performances enhances a student’s growth in the arts, Manjari continues its role as the performing platform for Nrityalaya students.

The next Manjari for 2017 is scheduled for 18 Nov, and an exciting set of events have been lined up! Catch our little ones in action and join in the fun too!!

Come for our Open House and find out more about our courses in Dance (Bharatanatyam, Kathak & Kathakali) and Music (Carnatic Vocal, Veena, Violin, Flute & Mridangam and Hindustani Vocal). You can chat with teachers and students, and sit in at any class to get a feel of the class.

If you’d like your child to get a grounded exposure to the Arts, then Nrityalaya is the place for you!

So much to see and experience!!

Free Admission!

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http://nas.org.sg/2017/01/thyagaraja-aradhana-2/#respondMon, 16 Jan 2017 04:40:39 +0000http://nas.org.sg/?p=1267A dedicated day to celebrate one of the greatest composers of Carnatic music, Sri Thyagaraja. His set of five gems known as pancharatna krithis are sung the world over on this special day. The krithis are written in praise of Lord Rama and are set to Aadi tala. Each raga beautifully depicts the mood of the song and the meaning of the lyrics. All are written in Telugu except for one which is in Sanskrit.

Pancharatna Krithis

Jagadananda karaka – Ragam Natai
The only one of the five gems that is composed in Sanskrit, this krithi is in praise of Ramachandra, one of Lord Vishnu’s incarnations. Thyagaraja describes Ramachandra as the one who is the cause of all bliss in the universe.

Duduku gala – Ragam Goula
In this second krithi, Thyagaraja lists all the errors he has committed in his life and asks Lord Rama for redemption.

Sadhinchane – Ragam Arabhi
The more light and playful of all the krithis, it is aptly dedicated to Lord Krishna.

Kanakana rucira – Ragam Varali
The most haunting of the collection, this krithi is not often sung or performed. It is also rarely taught, as teaching of this raga is believed to cause a rift between the teacher and the student.

Endaro mahanubhavulu
Believed to be composed by Thyagaraja at a young age, it is in salutation to all the great saints and musicians through the ages.